Hi there, I would really appreciate some advice on what I could plant in a large grey rectangular wooden planter (I have two actually) which I hope to place at the front of my house (south facing, located in the country, large white modern house, with a glass front), to soften the look of the house to make it feel more country, to give colour throughout the year, and could endure quite harsh winds throughout the winter months and still look well? I know it is a lot to ask.

Plus, would I need to line my planters with plastic to help them last longer?